9 Days Private India Tour of Delhi, Jaipur, Agra and Varanasi

Itinerary

Day 1: Pick up from Delhi Airport

Pass By: Indira Gandhi International Airport, New Delhi, Delhi 110037, India
This day, you will take a flight arrive at the Delhi airport. Upon your arrival, you will be picked up outside the baggage claim area and then transferred to check in a downtown hotel. The rest of the day is left for you to have a good rest or stroll around the hotel by yourself.

No meals included on this day.
Accommodation included: Overnight at Crowne Plaza New Delhi Rohini, a 4-star hotel

Day 2: Delhi Highlights Tour

Stop At: Raj Ghat, Mahatma Gandhi Road, New Delhi 110002 India
In the morning, you will be transferred to visit the Raj Ghat first. Raj Ghat is the mausoleum of Mahatma Gandhi.
Duration: 30 minutes

Pass By: Red Fort (Lal Quila), Netaji Subhash Marg, New Delhi 110002 India
You have a photo stop at the Red Fort. Red Fort is a red sandstone fort originally built in 1639 as a palace.

Stop At: Friday Mosque (Jama Masjid), 6 km North of Connaught Pl. across from Lal Qila, New Delhi India
Then you will visit the biggest mosque of India, Jama Masjid.
Duration: 30 minutes

Stop At: Chandni Chowk, Near Red Fort, New Delhi 110006 India
Later you will finish the morning tour having a rickshaw ride through the bustling Chandni Chowk.
Duration: 30 minutes

Stop At: Qutub Minar, Qutb Minar, Mehrauli, New Delhi 110030 India
In the afternoon, you will visit the 73 meters (240 feet) high Qutab Minar.
Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Humayun's Tomb, Mathura Road Opp Nizamuddin Mosque, New Delhi 110013 India
Then you will visit Humayun's Tomb, a perfect blend of Muslim and Hindu architecture.
Duration: 1 hour

Pass By: India Gate, Near Connaught Place New Delhi, New Delhi 110001 India
Next you will be accompanied to take pictures at the India Gate.

Pass By: Parliament House, Sansad Marg, New Delhi 110002 India
After your visit to the India Gate, you will be transferred to pass by the Parliament House. You can appreciate this circle-shaped building from a distance.

Stop At: Gurudwara Bangla Sahib, Ashoka Road Connaught Place, next to Grand Post Office, New Delhi 110001 India
Your final stop of this day tour is Gurudwara Bangla Sahib. It is a most prominent Sikh house of worship in Delhi and it welcomes people from all races and faiths. After your visit, you will be escorted to your own hotel.
Duration: 1 hour

Meals included:
• Breakfast
Accommodation included: Overnight at Crowne Plaza New Delhi Rohini, a 4-star hotel

Day 3: Delhi - Jaipur (5-6 hrs driver)

Stop At: Four Points by Sheraton Jaipur, City Square, City Square, Vasundhara Colony, Tonk Road, Kirti Nagar, Vasundhara Colony, Gopal Pura Mode, Jaipur, Rajasthan 302018, India
Today you will be transferred to Jaipur in the west of India. It is a city brimming with pink buildings and of great historical charm. After settling in at a local hotel, you may explore some local markets for shopping options on your own. Transport is at your disposal within city area.
Duration: 5 hours

Meals included:
• Breakfast
Accommodation included: Overnight at Four Points by Sheraton Jaipur, a 4-star hotel

Day 4: Jaipur Sightseeing

Stop At: Amber Fort Palace, Jaipur 302021 India
Located on a hilltop, this palace was constructed at the end of the 16th century. Different from other pink buildings in the city, the Amber Fort was made of white, yellow and rose stones.
Duration: 2 hours

Stop At: City Palace of Jaipur, Tripolia Bazar Near Jantar Mantar, Jaipur 3023002 India
Later you will visit the Maharaja City Palace, built in 1729 and still serving as a palace for the royal family.
Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Jantar Mantar - Jaipur, Tripoliya Bazaar near entrance to City Palace, Jaipur 302020 India
Jantar Mantar Observatory is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Hawa Mahal - Palace of Wind, Hawa Mahal Tripolia Bazaar Road Badi Choupad, Jaipur 302002 India
Then you will admire the Palace of Winds (Hawa Mahal), which looks like a pink wall with 953 mini windows, for women of the royal family to look out over the busy streets unseen by other males. After that, you will be taken back to the hotel.
Duration: 15 minutes

Meals included:
• Breakfast
Accommodation included: Overnight at Four Points by Sheraton Jaipur, a 4-star hotel

Day 5: Jaipur - Abhaneri - Fatehpur Sikri - Agra

Stop At: Chand Baori (Step well), Jaipur-Agra Road, Abhaneri 303313 India
Today you will be taken from Jaipur to Agra. En route, you will stop at Abhaneri village, where your driver will take you to visit the impressive Chand Baori Stepwell, India's largest and deepest stepwell with 13 floors and it was built in the 9th century for water harvesting. You can also walk around to feel the peaceful countryside life.
Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Fatehpur Sikri India
Then you will proceed to visit another attraction - Fatehpur Sikri, on the UNESCO World heritages list since 1983. The magnificent palaces, mosques, gardens, hospital and library still remain in the city, all of which compose a museum of architectural history.

Once arrive in Agra, you will have your own free time to explore this city by yourself.
Duration: 2 hours

Meals included:
• Breakfast
Accommodation included: Overnight at Crystal Sarovar Premiere Agra, a 4-star hotel

Day 6: Agra Sightseeing

Stop At: Taj Mahal, Agra 282001 India
In the morning, visit the Taj Mahal (closed on Fridays) with your guide's company and you will be delighted by the spectacular view of the most beautiful mausoleum in the world.
Duration: 3 hours

Stop At: Agra Fort Rakabgani, Agra 282003 India
Then your Delhi Agra Jaipur tour continues to the majestic Agra Fort standing on the bank of Yamuna River.
Duration: 1 hour

Meals included:
• Breakfast
Accommodation included: Overnight at Crystal Sarovar Premiere Agra, a 4-star hotel

Day 7: Agra - Delhi (3-4 hrs drive) & fly to Varanasi

Pass By: Delhi Airport, New Delhi, Delhi 110037, India
Today you will be taken to New Delhi Airport and take a flight to Varanasi. The rest of the day is left for your own arrangement.

Meals included:
• Breakfast
Accommodation included: Overnight at Ramada Plaza JHV Varanasi, a 4-star hotel

Day 8: Varansi Boat Ride

Stop At: Varanasi Boat Ride and Cruise, Assi ghat, Subah E, Assi ghat, Shivala, Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh 221005, India
In the morning, you will take a cruise along the holy Ganges River to revel in the mysterious ghats. A boat excursion is the best way to capture the religious funeral rituals, but taking photos is not allowed. You will appreciate the breathtaking scenery of the sunrise on the Ganges River.
Duration: 2 hours

Stop At: Bharat Mata Temple, Vidyapith Road, Varanasi 221001 India
Afterwards, you will have a visit to the Bharat Mata Temple - a holy place honored by local people.
Duration: 30 minutes

Stop At: Durga Temple, 27, Durgakund Rd Jawahar Nagar Colony, Bhelupur, Varanasi 221005 India
The Durga Temple, an ochre red colored temple which was built in 18th century. Here, you can appreciate the North Indian Nagara style of its structure and you can find a lot of elaborately carved and engraved stones inside the temple.
Duration: 30 minutes

Stop At: Tulsi Manas Temple, Varanasi India
Next, visit the Tulsi Manas Temple that is located in the Sankat Mochan road. An influential and important temple to Hinduism.
Duration: 30 minutes

Stop At: Banaras Hindu University, Varanasi 221005 India
Established in 1916, this university has a long history. It is a public central university in Varanasi.
Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Sarnath Deer Park, Varanasi India
In the afternoon, you will be transferred to visit the Sarnath Deer Park. You can visit the ruins, the stupa, the Buddhist temple and the Museum in there.
Duration: 2 hours

Stop At: Dashashwamedh Ghat Rd, Ghats of varanasi, Godowlia, Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh 221001, India
In this evening, you will have a chance to see the unique Ganga Aarti Ceremony in Dashashwamedh Ghat. Feel the local culture and enjoy your leisure time. After that, you will be escorted to your own hotel.
Duration: 2 hours

Meals included:
• Breakfast
Accommodation included: Overnight at Ramada Plaza JHV Varanasi, a 4-star hotel

Day 9: Varanasi - Delhi & Departure from Delhi

Pass By: Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport, Varanasi District, Babatpur, Uttar Pradesh 221006, India
A morning flight will take you to Delhi, where you could connect your international flight for your onward journey. Wish you a smooth tour home.

Meals included:
• Breakfast
No accommodation included on this day.